Monday's ride will be an adaptation of one that Joel has done. It starts at his house and goes through Littleton, Westford and Groton.The route goes by Lost Lake. It is 16.9 miles and has 761' of elevation.

It has a couple of hills but I know those of you who have indicated an interest will do fine.

We'll leave at 9:30 from Joel's house at 3 Baron Way in Littleton. Map

Please note - Mondaymorning recreation ride only is scheduled. Bill has injured his back and will not be able to lead the afternoon Fitness Ride. However I am sending what was originally planned for the afternoon in case an adventurous Adventurider would like to lead this. If so, please let me know asap - jane.anders@comcast.net . Then I will send out an update. The weather looks perfect.

As always we will send a GO/STOP before 8 am on the day of the ride. If you do not see this, check www.adventurides.com

On Friday November 4th we are changing the usual order of rides. Recreation will be in the morning, followed by Fitness in the afternoon. As always, we will send a go/stop message before 8am on Friday. If you do not receive the message, check our website www.adventurides.com. Bill and Jane

Joel will lead us on this new Fearless Leader Choice Ride : "The ride starts out on a short bike trail that leads into Gardner. After a few city streets it's off to more country roads. The "adventure" part of the ride is on dirt roads that lead to the Birch Hill Dam on the Miller's River in South Royalston. The ride passes by Lake Dennison, a popular State park. Much of the 25 or so miles are on the paved sections of the North Central Pathway. I found a nice restaurant just off the trail called The River's Edge in Winchendon. Breakfasts are served all day. Portions are large. They do not take credit cards."

Looks like a return to late summer temperatures this week….Monday (65-71), Wednesday (70s).

On Monday, October 17th - Concord North Bridge Parking - 9:30AM

Today's ride takes us to Concord, Lincoln, Weston, Wayland, Sudbury and West Concord. This is a ride (most of which) I do frequently and is quite pleasant. The 1/2mi. ride on Water Row in Wayland along the Great Meadows Wildlife Refuge is particularly nice. There are a couple of lovely hills but I'm happy to wait at the top or walk as needed. I have an appointment in the afternoon so I will leave you back at the parking spot but there are several restaurants in Concord, including Helen's. Or you could bring a picnic and eat in the Park.

Please note: this Monday ride will leave at 9:30AM!!!!!

Starting Point

Address - North Bridge Parking about 300 Monument St, Concord, right across from the entrance to the park (toilets across the street!)

We're only having one ride tomorrow so that we can relax and enjoy the museum and deli.

The weather will be sunny and chilly…from 47 to 53 degrees.

Please read the following detail:

On Friday, October 7th - Clinton

Today we're doing the Wachusetts Dam ride but it'll be the only ride of the day because we'll also tour the Museum of Russian Icons.

We'll park at the Museum at 203 Union St in Clinton on the street in front of the Museum or on the 3 streets that surround Central Park across the street.

Please bring sneakers or other non-biking shoes for the tour. After the tour we'll go to (optional) the Bushel N Peck Deli right down the street and/or picnic in Central Park. There is an entrance fee for the Museum. For group Admission, it's $5 per person or $50 for a group of less than 10. Individual admission is $10/adult or $7/senior.

I would like to encourage all riders to come. If there are any difficult hills, I will get off my bike and walk up with anyone who wants to.

Starting Point Map - Park near 203 Union St., or on nearby Walnut St, Church St. or Chestnut St. (the latter 3 surround Central Park). Please be on time.

Today we're doing the Wachusetts Dam ride but it'll be the only ride of the day because we'll also tour the Museum of Russian Icons.

We'll park at the Museum at 203 Union St in Clinton on the street in front of the Museum or on the 3 streets that surround Central Park across the street.

Please bring sneakers or other non-biking shoes for the tour. After the tour we'll go to (optional) the Bushel N Peck Deli right down the street and/or picnic in Central Park. There is an entrance fee for the Museum. For group Admission, it's $5 per person or $50 for a group of less than 10. Individual admission is $10/adult or $7/senior.

I would like to encourage all riders to come. If there are any difficult hills, I will get off my bike and walk up with anyone who wants to.

Starting Point Map - Park near 203 Union St., or on nearby Walnut St, Church St. or Chestnut St. (the latter 3 surround Central Park). Please be on time.

11:30 AM - We are scheduled to be back.LUNCHis a PICNIC in front of the Boys & Girls Club. We may be able to get food if there's a place nearby. that's open or BYO12:30 PM- The Afternoon Recreation Ride will leave